The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Members on the Republican side of the House Judiciary Committee, from left, Rep. Laurel Lee, R-Fla., Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, and Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyo., listen to amendment proposals as the panel meets to pass its operating rules under the GOP majority, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023.

Editorial | House GOP is endangering civil rights, liberties by disbanding subcommittee

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • February 6, 2023
At the end of January, the GOP-controlled House Oversight and Accountability Committee leaders disbanded the Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Subcommittee. Following this decision, some House Democrats expressed concern, saying “GOP Oversight⁩ tried to toss out the Civil Rights Subcommittee without anybody noticing.”
Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, during the 137th celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023.

Editorial | Which Pitt News desks saw their shadow on Groundhog Day

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • February 2, 2023
Who saw their shadow this Groundhog Day and who is ready for spring to begin?
Editorial | The Oscar Nominations could be better

Editorial | The Oscar Nominations could be better

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 29, 2023
As we move into the 2023 Oscar season, we see many of the same movies up for awards, some for good reason and others… not so much.
Editorial | Greenwashing is dangerous

Editorial | Greenwashing is dangerous

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 26, 2023
Misleading packaging that depicts environmentally friendly products but are not actually environmentally friendly is extremely dangerous for our planet.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at Turning Point Action's "Unite and Win" rally Downtown on Aug. 19, 2022.

Editorial | Florida’s ban on African American studies is dangerous

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 23, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ban on teaching African American history threatens students’ education.
Editorial | We need to look critically at the media we consume

Editorial | We need to look critically at the media we consume

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 22, 2023
“RRR” is the third-largest-grossing Indian film in history and reached Netflix’s Top 10 in 62 countries, making it one of the widest reaching movies of the year. It’s receiving praise as award season gears up, and rightfully so, but there is an added layer to the plot that many viewers are overlooking.
Students walk to classes on the first floor of Cathedral of Learning.

Editorial | Pitt should find alternatives for students looking to learn English

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 20, 2023
With the closure of the English Language Institute, Pitt needs to find an alternative to teach students English
A ChatGPT prompt is shown on a device near a public school in Brooklyn, New York, on Jan. 5.

Editorial | Artificial Intelligence should be a resource, not a crutch in school

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 17, 2023
While students can use artificial intelligence to help with schoolwork, relying on it alone cheats you out of a proper education.
Students study on the newly renovated second floor of Hillman Library.

Editorial | Study spaces should feel more inviting

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 12, 2023
Study spaces should feel more inviting to promote a better learning environment.
Fans stand in support for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Orchard Park, N.Y.

Editorial | Damar Hamlin’s injury shows importance of safety in football

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 10, 2023
Following Damar Hamlin’s injury, player safety should be a priority in the NFL.
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